In this article, we will explore Solidays from different perspectives, analyzing its impact on today's society and its relevance in history. With a critical and objective look, we will address the most important aspects related to Solidays, delving into its origins, evolution and development over time. Through a thorough analysis, we will unravel the different concepts and theories that revolve around Solidays, with the purpose of providing a comprehensive understanding of its importance in the contemporary context. In addition, we will examine the implications and effects that Solidays has had in various areas, thus allowing a broad and detailed vision of its significance today.
Solidays | |
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Dates | Mid-June |
Location(s) | Longchamp Racecourse, Paris, France |
Years active | 1999 – present |
Founded by | Luc Barruet |
Website | www |
Solidays (/ˈsɒlɪdeɪz/) is a French annual music festival that takes place at the Longchamp Racecourse in Paris at the end of June. Organized by Solidarité sida (a French HIV/AIDS awareness group for youth), the event brings together more than 150 artists and 170 000 festival-goers for three days (Friday, Saturday and Sunday). The proceeds from the festival are donated to organisations fighting against HIV/AIDS, especially for those focusing on the African continent.
The festival has been held since 1999. The performers involved in Solidays accept a reduced fee or appear for free as a sign of their solidarity. The 2013 edition raised over 2 million euros. The festival also features bungee jumping in addition to the music. The 2022 festival happened on June 24-26.
Over the years, many French and foreign artists have appeared at Solidays, including DJ Snake, Bigflo & Oli, Kungs, Mac Miller, Vanessa Paradis, M83, Synapson, Paul Kalkbrenner, Bénabar, Madeon, Shaka Ponk, David Guetta, Kool & the Gang, Stromae, Louis Bertignac, Lily Allen, Louise Attaque, Grand Corps Malade, Earth, Wind & Fire and Diplo.
On 13 April 2020, the festival announced on its website that the 2020 edition of the festival would be cancelled because of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Luc Barruet, the founder of the festival, asked festival goers not to ask for reimbursement because he said that the cancellation was putting the festival in danger.
La décision d'annuler le festival est l'une des plus difficiles que nous ayons eue à prendre. Elle plonge Solidarité Sida dans une réalité brutale. 3 millions d'euros de résultat attendus vont disparaître. Dès lors, comment financer les nombreux programmes d'aide aux malades et de prévention menés ou soutenus grâce à Solidays ?
Une procédure de remboursement va être mise en place pour ceux qui le souhaitent. Mais "nous demandons à ceux qui le peuvent de ne pas solliciter le remboursement des billets déjà achetés. Ils ne seront pas valables pour une édition prochaine", indique Luc Barruet.